Balcones Canyonlands National Wildlife Refuge Information:
This National Wildlife Refuge consists of the Flying X Ranch and the Doeskin Ranch. The Flying X ranch is used as an event center, but not as a public use area. Recreational opportunities are available on the Doeskin Ranch. The primary purpose of the refuge is to conserve the nesting habitat of the endangered Golden-cheeked Warbler and Black-capped Vireo which are dependent on the refuge’s habitat of oaks, elm and Ashe juniper (cedar). The refuge is also home to migrant songbirds and Neotropical migrants. Hunting is available for youth and adult hunters. The refuge offers many special nature events including guided walks, classes in building birdhouse nest boxes, and butterfly and other nature programs. Restrooms and free literature are available in the headquarters building. Bring plenty of drinking water. The refuge is open daily, sunrise to sunset. Occasionally the refuge is closed because of resource management activities or safety concerns. The refuge needs volunteers to help build and maintain nature trails, install signs, maintain refuge roads, boundary fences, traffic signs and gates, present programs and guided nature walks, assist with planning special events, and for many other activities. A limited number of RV pads are available for non-local volunteers who own their own RVs, and who can work 3 days a week per person for a few weeks or months at a time throughout the year. For more complete NWR information, view the Photos & Video.(512) 339-9432. Hunting: (512) 339-9432, Ext 70. 24518 FM 1431, Marble Falls, Texas. From Lago Vista, go west on FM 1431 for 5 miles; go past the intersection with Bar-K Road; the office will be on the north side of the highway. If coming from the west on FM 1431, the office is one mile east of the intersection with Cow Creek Road on the north side of the highway.Facilities Map

Directions - Balcones Canyonlands NWR Headquarters at Doeskin Ranch:
From Lago Vista, go west on FM 1431. Drive five miles past the intersection of FM 1431 and Bar-K Road. The office is located on the north side of the highway, one mile past Cow Creek Road. If you are coming from the north, Doeskin Ranch is located 2.3 miles south of the intersection of RR 1174 and RR 1869.

Directions - Warbler Vista and Sunset Deck from Lago Vista:
Go west on FM 1431 through Lago Vista. After crossing the cattle guard, drive 0.2 miles and turn right into Warbler Vista. If you are coming from the west, Warbler vista is located 3.5 miles east of the Headquarters at Doeskin Ranch.

Directions - Flying X Ranch Event Center from Lago Vista:
From Lago Vista, go west on FM 1431 for approximately 1 mile to RR 1174. Go left on RR 1174 and drive approximately 3.5 miles north. The ranch entrance is the first driveway on the left, and is located approximately 0.8 miles from Doeskin Ranch.

Directions - Flying X Ranch Event Center from Marble Falls:
From Marble Falls, go east on FM 1431 for approximately 12.3 miles to RR 1174. Go left on RR 1174 and drive 3.5 miles north. The ranch entrance is the first driveway on the left, and is located approximately 0.8 miles from Doeskin Ranch.